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1 HILLSBORO SCHOOL DISTRICT Hillsboro, Oregon REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL CABLING AND INFRASTRUCTURE Cabling and Infrastructure Implementation March 25, 2016 Division 27 Specifications

2 This document provides the communications infrastructure specifications for this project. In specific, it provides the Division 27 information in the Construction Specifications Institute s Master Format. The Division 27 sections govern the infrastructure requirements for the low-voltage information transport systems, which include cabling, pathways, termination and testing. Contractors will need to abide by these Division 27 specifications, which reflect the established standards for Hillsboro School District. SECTION COMMUNICATIONS SECTION COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR COMMUNICATIONS SECTION COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES SECTION GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS SECTION PATHWAYS FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS SECTION HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM SECTION CONDUITS AND BACKBOXES FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS SECTION SURFACE RACEWAYS FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS SECTION IDENTIFICATIONS FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS SECTION COMMISSIONING OF COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS SECTION COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT ROOM FITTINGS SECTION COMMUNICATIONS CABINETS, RACKS, FRAMES, AND ENCLOSURES SECTION COMMUNICATIONS TERMINATIONS BLOCKS AND PATCH PANELS SECTION COMMUNICATIONS CABLE MANAGEMENT AND LADDER RACK SECTION COMMUNICATIONS COPPER HORIZONTAL CABLING SECTION COMMUNICATIONS FACEPLATES AND CONNECTORS SECTION COMMUNICATIONS PATCH CORDS AND STATION CORDS SECTION WIRELESS ACCESS POINTS

3 SECTION COMMUNICATIONS SECTION COMMUNICATIONS PART 1 GENERAL 1.01 DESCRIPTION A. B. C. D. E. Division 27 Communications governs the infrastructure for the low-voltage information transport systems, which include voice and data and their pathways. The Scope of Work covered by this document is to furnish and install the Structured Cabling Systems (SCS) for wireless access point upgrades. Description of Work: 1. Furnish and install materials for the communications infrastructure systems as specified herein and as shown on the Drawings. Upon completion, the systems shall be functioning in compliance with performance requirements specified. 2. The cabling specified and shown on the Drawings is for complete, performance based, workable systems. Deviations from the cabling shown due to a particular manufacturer's requirements shall be made only with the written approval of the Owner, and at no additional cost to the Owner. Owner s Representative: Northwest Information Services ddh@nispdx.com 1.02 SECTION INCLUDES , extension 230 Telecommunications system shall include the following systems: 1. Structured Cabling System (SCS) For Telecommunications Systems 2. Pathways for Telecommunications Systems 3. Grounding and Bonding System (GBS) For Telecommunications Systems 4. Firestopping for Telecommunications Systems 5. Installation of Contractor furnished access point mounts. 6. Installation of Owner Furnished Access Points A. Related Documents, Codes, and Sections B. Abbreviations, Acronyms and Definitions C. Project Drawings D. Quality Assurance E. Submittal Requirements F. Additional Requirements 1.03 RELATED DOCUMENTS AND CODES A. Comply with the referenced codes and standards and with the Contract Documents. Where conflicts occur, the more stringent shall apply. B. The latest versions, including addenda, as enforced by the local authority having jurisdiction of the following codes, associations, acts and agencies: 1. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) 2. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), specifically: a. NFPA 70, National Electrical Code (NEC ) b. NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm Code

4 c. NFPA 76, Recommended Practice for the Fire Protection of Telecommunications Facilities d. NFPA 101, Life Safety Code SECTION COMMUNICATIONS e. NFPA 262, Standard Method of Test for Flame Travel and Smoke of Wires and Cables for Use in Air-Handling Spaces f. NFPA 780, Standard for the Installation of Lightning Protection Systems g. NFPA 5000, Building Construction and Safety Code 3. National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) 4. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) C. The following standards: 1. American National Standards Institute (ANSI) 2. National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) 3. Telecommunications Industries Association (TIA), specifically: a. TIA TSB-125, Guidelines for Maintaining Optical Fiber Polarity through Reverse-Pair Positioning b. TIA TSB-140, Additional Guidelines for Field-Testing Length, Loss and Polarity of Optical Fiber Cabling Systems c. TIA-526-7, Measurement of Optical Power Loss of Installed Single-Mode Fiber Cable Plant OFSTP-7 d. ANSI/TIA-568-C , Balanced Twisted-Pair Telecommunications Cabling and Component Standard e. ANSI/TIA-568-C , Optical Fiber Cabling Components Standard f. ANSI/TIA D-2015, Generic Telecommunications Cabling for Customer Premises g. ANSI/TIA D,-2015 Commercial Building Telecommunications Infrastructure Standard h. ANSI/TIA-569-D-2015, Telecommunications Pathways and Spaces i. ANSI/TIA-598-C, Optical Fiber Cable Color Coding j. ANSI/TIA A, FOCIS 2 Fiber Optic Connector Intermateablility Standard k. ANSI/TIA-606-B, Administration Standard for Commercial Telecommunications Infrastructures l. ANSI/TIA/607-B, Commercial Building Grounding (Earthing) and Bonding Requirements for Telecommunications m. ANSI/TIA-758-A, Customer-owned Outside Plant Telecommunications Infrastructure Standard n. ANSI/TIA-854-A Full Duplex Ethernet Specification for 1000 Mb/s (1000BASE-TX) Operating over Category 6 Balanced Twisted-Pair Cabling, o. ANSI/NECA/BICSI , Standard for Installing Telecommunications Systems 4. Other Reference Materials a. ANSI/NECA/GICSI , Standard, Installing Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling b. BICSI Outside Plant Design Reference Manual (COOSP) c. BICSI Electronic Safety and Security Reference Manual (ESSDRM) d. BICSI Information Transport Systems Installation Methods Manual (ITSIM)

5 1.04 RELATED SECTIONS e. BICSI Network Design Reference Manual (NDRM) SECTION COMMUNICATIONS f. BICSI Telecommunications Distribution Methods Manual (TDMM) g. BICSI Wireless Design Reference Manual (WDRM) h. Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) i. National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) j. Underwriters Laboratories (UL ) Cable Certification and Follow Up Program k. American Standards Association (ASA) A. Section Common Work Results for Communications B. Section Communications Services C. Section Grounding and Bonding for Communications Systems D. Section Pathways for Communications Systems E. Section Hangers and Supports for Communications Systems F. Section Conduits and Backboxes for Communications Systems G. Section Surface Raceways for Communications Systems H. Section Identification for Communication Systems I. Section Commissioning of Communications J. Section Communications Equipment Room Fittings F. G. H. I. J. K. Section Communications Cabinets, Racks, Frames and Enclosures Section Communications Terminations Blocks and Patch panels Section Communications Cable Management and Ladder Rack Section Communications Copper Horizontal Cabling Section Communications Faceplates and Connectors Section Communications Patch and Station Cords 1.05 ABBREVIATIONS and ACRONYMS AFF AWG BICSI CAT6A CMP CMR Gbps Frame NEXT PoE SCS TE TIA TR UL WAO Above Finished Floor American Wire Gauge Building Industry Consulting Services International Category 6A Copper Cable Communications Multipurpose Plenum: cable rating Communications Multipurpose Riser: cable rating Gigabits per second Data Distribution Frame, consisting of telecommunications cabling distributor Near End Cross Talk Power over Ethernet Structured Cabling System Telecommunications Enclosure Telecommunications Industry Association Telecommunications Room Underwriters Laboratory Work Area Outlet

6 SECTION COMMUNICATIONS 1.06 DEFINITIONS Category 6A A category of transmission performance that specifies electrical properties up to 500 MHz and capable of supporting data applications operating at 10Gbps. Refer to ANSI/TIA/568 family of standards for more information on Category 6A. Certification The testing and documentation of the transmission performance (e.g., Category 6) of a permanent link or channel, based on sweep frequency testing of numerous parameters with results compared to a range of acceptable values. This project requires 100% certification (with documentation) of all permanent link cabling at the time of installation. Conduit - A raceway of circular cross-section. Conveniently Accessible - being capable of being reached from floor or use of 8 step ladder without climbing or crawling under or over obstacles such as motors, pumps, belt guards, transformers, piping and duct work. Equipment Room An environmentally controlled centralized space for telecommunications equipment that usually houses a main or intermediate crossconnect, as well as video surveillance and security equipment. Horizontal Cabling Cabling used to connect individual work area outlets to local Floor Distributors (FD) or other collection points. Unlike backbone cabling, horizontal cabling does not typically carry aggregate traffic and, as such, impacts only single network devices or users. In buildings, horizontal cabling almost exclusively consists of copper cabling. Fiber optic cabling may be used where situations dictate but, unlike horizontal copper cabling, horizontal fiber optic cabling is not installed in advance as default building facilities. At this writing, horizontal copper cabling in many networks is capable of supporting Gigabit (1Gb/s) Ethernet applications as well as other applications of similar bandwidth. Lead Telecommunications Installer the project manager for the Telecommunications Subcontractor for all telecommunications work in the construction documents (Power & Signal Drawings and specification Section 27), who shall be on-site at all times while Division 27 work is being performed. This individual shall attend all construction project meetings. Listed Communications Cable A cable listed by the Underwriters Laboratory (UL ) and accepted by the local authority having jurisdiction as having met appropriate designated standards or has been tested and found suitable for installation in specific spaces. Refer to NEC Section 800 for listing types and additional requirements. MDF Main Distribution Frame, also known as the Main Equipment Room. Permanent Link A stationary cabling segment, consisting of the permanently installed cable and the permanently affixed jack at both ends (typically at the outlet faceplate and closet patch panel, or on a patch panel on both ends). The concept is based on the assumption that, while patch cords might be disconnected or moved over time, the permanent cable and jacks will not be disturbed and the electrical characteristics of the permanent link will remain unaltered. Owner Hillsboro School District Owner s Representative An entity assigned to represent the Owner in all matters pertaining to this project. Used synonymously with Owner. Plenum -A space within the building designed for the movement of environmental air; i.e., a space above a suspended ceiling or below an access floor. Plenum-rated listed by the Underwriters Laboratory as being suitable for installation into a plenum space. Communications cabling routed through plenum-rated space shall be plenum-rated and identified as Type CMP. Raceway - Any channel designed for holding wires or cables; i.e. conduit, electrical metal tubing, busways, wireways, ventilated flexible cableway. Subcontractor, Telecommunications entity responsible for all telecommunications work in the construction documents (Power & Signal Drawings and specification sections through ). Telecommunications in general, telecommunications refers to infrastructure/equipment needed for the voice, data, and video communications and transport systems

7 SECTION COMMUNICATIONS Telecommunications Room - An environmentally enclosed architectural space designed to contain telecommunications equipment, cable terminations, or crossconnect cabling. These spaces are referred to as Frames PROJECT DRAWINGS A. General Drawing Specifications: Detail and elevation Drawings shall be D size (24 x 36 ) with a minimum scale of 1/8 = 1 0" or larger. Telecommunications Room and other enlarged detail floor plan Drawings shall be D size (24 x 36 ) with a minimum scale of 1/4 = 1 0" or larger. Building composite floor plan Drawings shall be D size (24 x 36 ) with a minimum scale of 1/16 = 1 0. B. Building composite floor plans: Provide building floor plans showing outlet locations and jack configuration, types of jacks, run distance for each jack cable, and cable routing/locations. Identify WAO that, according to location and available pathway systems, require cable length greater than allowed by standards. Recommend alternatives for Owners Representative s consideration. C. Telecommunications space plans/elevations: Include enlarged floor plans of Frames indicating layout of equipment and devices, including receptacles and grounding provisions. Submit detailed plan views and elevations of telecommunications spaces showing racks, termination blocks, and cable paths. D. Logical Drawings: Provide logical riser or schematic Drawings for all systems. Include schematic symbol key QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Telecommunications Subcontractor Qualifications. 1. Company Requirements a. The Telecommunications Subcontractor shall have total responsibility for the coordination and installation of the work shown and described in the Drawings and Specifications. b. Telecommunications Systems specified shall be assembled and installed under the direction of a qualified Telecommunications Contractor. Qualification requirements shall include submittal by the Telecommunications Contractor to the Owner of the following: 1) List of previous projects of this scope and nature, including names and sizes of projects (to include square footage and construction cost overall and that of the Telecommunications Subcontractor), description of work, times of completion, and names of contact persons for reference. 2) Installers shall certify that they are manufacturer-authorized or trained for work to be performed. 2. Lead Telecommunications Installer Requirements: a. Lead Communications Installer shall be a current member of BICSI in good standing and have completed (at a minimum) BICSI ITS Installer 2 Training (for both copper and fiber). b. Submit certificate of ITS Installer 2 Training (or higher) with bid and preconstruction submittal package. c. Advanced training from connectivity manufacturer may be submitted in lieu of BICSI ITS Installer 2 Training. Submit manufacturer training certificates for review by Owner as substitution request as part of Pre- Bid questions. This training must be by the same manufacturer that will hold the Advanced System Warranty

8 3. General Telecommunications Installer Requirements: SECTION COMMUNICATIONS a. For all work associated with Specification Sections 27 all installers are to have a minimum of BICSI ITS Installer 1 Training or equivalent training from the connectivity manufacturer. b. Submit a list with bid of names of all installers and appropriate copies of certificates verifying training with pre-construction submittal package. B. When articles, materials, operations or methods related to execution of communications work are noted, specified, or described in the specifications or are indicated or reasonably implied on Drawings and schedules, execute work as required or appropriate to provide complete and proper function, operation and installation. C. The Drawings utilize symbols and schematic diagrams to indicate items of work. These symbols and diagrams will not typically identify dimensions nor will they identify inclusion of specific accessories, appurtenances and related items necessary and appropriate for a complete and proper installation and operation. The Telecommunications Subcontractor shall install work complete and ready for proper operation, including related items not specifically identified, shown, indicated or specified. The work shall be installed, in accordance with the intent diagrammatically expressed on the Drawings, and in conformity with the dimensions indicated on architectural Drawings and on shop Drawings approved by the Owner. D. The Drawings include details for various items, which are specific with regard to the dimensions and positioning of the work. These details are intended only for the purpose of establishing general feasibility; they do not obviate field coordination for the indicated work. Work shall not proceed until actual field conditions and requirements are verified by the Telecommunications Subcontractor. E. The Drawings are diagrammatic and indicate the general arrangement of systems and equipment unless indicated otherwise by dimensions WARRANTY A. Warranty Requirements: Comply with additional requirements in contract general requirements and extended warranties required in other specification sections. Refer to all other 27xxx sections for specific additional warranty requirements that exceed or are in addition to those of this section. B. Contractor warranty: Provide all services, materials and equipment necessary for successful operation of entire SCS system for a period of one year after system acceptance. Scope of warranty includes all equipment, devices, wiring, accessories, software, hardware, installation, and configuration required to maintain a complete and operable system. This shall apply to all items except those specifically excluded, or items wherein a longer period of service and warranty is specified or indicated. All warranties shall be effective for one year, minimum, from date Certificate of Final Acceptance is issued. Use of systems provided under this section for temporary services and facilities shall not constitute final acceptance of work nor beneficial use by Owner and shall not institute warranty period. C. The warranty shall cover repair or replacement of defective materials, equipment, workmanship, and installation that may be incurred during this period. Warranty work is to be done promptly and to Owner s satisfaction. In addition, warranty shall cover correction of damage caused in making necessary repairs and replacements under warranty. D. Project Warranty 1. Equipment and materials required for installation under these specifications shall be the current model and new (less than one year from date of manufacture), unused and without blemish or defect, and are to be guaranteed to be free from defect

9 SECTION COMMUNICATIONS 2. When a defect or problem is observed within the first year after substantial completion, the Owner will notify the governing subcontractor through the proper channels. The appropriate Subcontractor then has 48 hours to fix the defect or furnish and install a replacement part/system, all at no cost to the project or Owner. E. Advanced System Warranty for Telecommunications (Copper and Fiber Systems) 1. Beyond the initial one year project warranty, the Telecommunications Systems shall be warranted for a minimum of 20 years by a national and reputable connectivity or cabling manufacturer. a. This warranty shall cover any material defect, as well as the performance of the cabling system. (Example: A Category 6A cabling system is to deliver 10,000BASE-T speed, or 10 Gig performance for the entire length of the warranty period.) b. This warranty shall cover both material and labor for the full length of the warranty period. 2. The Telecommunications Subcontract shall be certified by this manufacturer. 3. The following manufacturer is approved to provide the system warranties (subject to specific project requirements): a. Copper Connectivity Manufacturers 1) AMP Netconnect b. Fiber Connectivity Manufacturers 1) AMP Netconnect c. Cabling Manufacturers 1) AMP Netconnect F. Owner s rights: This section shall not be interpreted to limit Owner s rights under applicable codes and under this Contract SUBSTITUTIONS A. Substitution requests: Substitution requests will be considered only if submitted to Owner s Representative not less than 7 working days prior to project bid date. Acceptance or rejection of proposed substitution is at Owner s Representatives sole discretion. No exceptions. Requests for substitutions shall be considered not approved unless approval is issued in writing by Owner s Representative. B. Rejection: For equipment, cabling, wiring, materials, and all other products indicated or specified as no substitutions or no alternates, Owner does not expect nor desire requests for substitutions and alternate products other than those specified. Owner reserves right for Owner s Representative to reject proposed substitution requests and submissions of alternates without review or justification SUBMITTALS A. General Requirements 1. Owner is to review all submittals related to Division 27 work. This includes, but is not limited to, relevant: a. Pre-bid questions. b. Contractor and personnel qualifications with bid. c. Voluntary alternates and unit pricings with bid. d. Pre-construction product submittals and shop Drawings. e. Change order requests, requests for information (RFIs), design change directives (DCDs), and any other changes as directed by the Owner. 2. Allow a minimum of one week (five working days) for the Owner to review

10 3. The following submittals are due at the Pre-Bid deadline for questions: SECTION COMMUNICATIONS a. Requests for product substitution shall be in accordance with this document. b. All products seeking approval either as approved equivalent or otherwise, shall be submitted as a product substitution request prior to bid. Failure to submit product substitution request in a timely manner (before pre-bid questions are due) may preclude product from being utilized on the project. Requests made with bid or post-bid will not be considered without a significant cost savings realized to the Owner. c. The burden of proof is on the contractor to provide documentation that equivalent product meets the specifications and project requirements. Include in substitution request: 1) Product being replaced. 2) Reason for product substitution. 3) Full manufacturer specification sheet clearly indicating that all requirements in project documents have been met. d. Failure to meet these requirements will result in the product substitution request being returned without review. e. All product substitution requests are to be reviewed and approved by the Owner. Not all requests will be approved, and all decisions are final, without recourse. B. The following submittals are due with the Bid: 1. Proof of Telecommunications Subcontractor and personnel qualifications a. Provide a typed list with the following information: 1) Company name of Telecommunications Subcontractor 2) List of connectivity or cabling manufacturers that the Telecommunications Subcontractor is certified to install and provide advanced warranty for. 3) List of previous projects (minimum of 3) of this scope and nature, including: a) b) c) d) e) f) Project name and date of completion. Project size (square feet of building, total construction cost, total cost of telecommunications scope). Name and contact information for building owner or IT Manager. Name and contact information for Lead Telecommunications Installer. Provide certificates or letter(s) from BICSI and / or manufacturers verifying by name these qualifications have been met. Refer to Quality Assurance subsection in this specification section for additional requirements and qualifications. 2. Voluntary alternatives (that realize substantial cost savings) 3. Unit pricing for the following items: a. All unit pricing relating to Division 27 as identified in these documents and accompanying T series Drawings

11 SECTION COMMUNICATIONS C. The following submittals are due at the Pre-Construction Phase (to be delivered to the Owner): 1. General Requirements: a. Follow submission guidelines as outlined in this section. 1) Strictly electronic submission to Owner is acceptable. b. Ensure a cover page with Project Title, Telecommunication Subcontractor Company, and point of contact is included for all physical submittals. c. Updated Personnel Qualifications. 1) Provide a list of names of all telecommunications installers with appropriate certificates from BICSI or the manufacturer. 2. Product Information, divided by Specification Section and in order as listed in specification. Identify the start of each specification section. a. Provide manufacturer s product information cutsheet or specifications sheet with the specific product number identified or filled out. 1) Submitted cutsheets without specific product identified will result in the whole submittal being returned without review. 2) No product substitutions will be considered post bid without a significant cost savings to the project to be realized by the owner a minimum of $1000, either in material or labor savings. For any product substitution requests post-bid, Telecommunications Subcontractor shall submit an RFI through the proper channels with the requested documentation from the Pre-bid requirements above. Also, include realized cost savings. The project team may issue a change order (or its equivalent) for the product change at their discretion. b. One exception to this is if the specified product goes out of production and is unavailable before submitted shop Drawings are approved. Telecommunications or Subcontractor is to submit an RFI explaining the situation and recommending an equivalent product with the same features at no cost change to the project or Owner. c. Other exceptions may be considered. Telecommunications Subcontractor is to submit an RFI explaining the situation. 3. Shop Drawings a. Generate electronic shop Drawings in AutoCAD, dwg file format, version 2007 (or newer), saved to disk (CD-R or DVD+/-R) or USB Flash Drive with project name and number clearly indicated [or uploaded to project website]. Shop Drawings shall include Telecommunications or Subcontractor title block and included readily printable Plot/Drawing tabs with mview-window at a scale to not be less than 1/8 =1-0 unless otherwise noted. The scale shall also be indicated on the Drawings. Acceptable electronic shop drawing sizes include: 1) 8.5 x11 2) 11 x17 3) 22 x34 or 4) 24 x36. b. Refer to individual sections for additional requirements. c. Communications pathways 1) Hangers and Supports indicate proposed routing of all cabling supported by J-hooks

12 SECTION COMMUNICATIONS 2) Cable Trays - indicate size and proposed routing of all communications cable trays; should any of those locations or sizes differ from the construction Drawings due to minor coordination issues, cloud the affected area and note why the change is necessary. (For major coordination issues, please submit an RFI.) 3) Firestopping indicate manufacturer, product/assembly, and UL system for all firestop penetrations required for communications cabling. D. The following submittals are due during Construction (project closeout), in accordance with the requirements of this Section Communications: 1. 3 weeks prior to Substantial Completion: a. Record Drawings 1) Modify reviewed and accepted AutoCAD shop Drawings to include revisions based upon completion of work. 2) Provide (1) printed set of record Drawings to scale (not less than 1/8 = 1-0 ). 3) This set is to include system function diagrams and details not on original construction documents. b. Test Results, in accordance with section c. With the exception of the (1) printed set of record Drawings, submit these files electronically either on disk (CD or DVD) or USB Flash Drive, with project name and number clearly indicated. 2. Within two weeks after Substantial Completion: 1.12 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS a. Warranty Certificates for the Advanced Telecommunications System Warranty for the copper and fiber systems with point of contact for any warranty claims. A. Integration: Responsibility for overall telecommunications system integration and coordination of work among trades, subcontractors, and suppliers shall rest with Contractor named in this contract. Work covered by this division of specifications shall be coordinated with related work indicated on Drawings or specified elsewhere under project specifications. All work related to telecommunications system and required for complete and operational systems as detailed in these specifications or the accompanying T series Drawings shall be performed under direct supervision of telecommunications system installer in a manner approved by product manufacturer. B. Coordination of work: Contractor shall be responsible for coordination of work among project specification divisions and contractor/subcontractors involved in this project. This coordination of work includes following instructions provided throughout all Division 27 specifications and the accompanying T series Drawings as well as electrical work (normally addressed in Division 26) as called out in the narrative portions of Division 27 or so referenced in the accompanying Drawings. C. General compliance requirements: Provide a complete and operable system in compliance with project Drawings, specifications, referenced standards, applicable building codes, and Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements. Scope of this contract includes planning, design, materials, equipment, labor, configuration, programming, testing, startup and commissioning services, and documentation costs for complete and operable system that meets all requirements indicated on Drawings or contained in specifications. Comply with all contract documents, specifications, Drawings, manufacturer s instructions, and Owner and AHJ requirements. In case of conflict among applicable documents or standards, contractor shall notify owner s representative in writing of apparent conflict, and then comply with most stringent requirements unless otherwise directed in writing from owner s representative

13 SECTION COMMUNICATIONS 1.13 DELIVERY STORAGE AND HANDLING A. General: Owner will, at Contractor s request, provide appropriate space on site for Contractor trailer or job box; however, Contractor shall be responsible for the deliveries, storing and handling of all materials relative to the SCS systems, including materials supplied by others that are part of the SCS installation contract. Material shall be stored and protected according to manufacturer s instructions. Contractor shall be responsible for the security of all material during installation. For all material provided by contractor, or delivered to contractor on site, contractor assumes full responsibility and liability for any material shortages, damage or loss due to storage and handling methods PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS A. General: All telecommunications systems shall meet or exceed the latest requirements of all national, state, county, municipal, and other authorities exercising jurisdiction over the telecommunications systems and the Project. B. Contractor shall obtain and pay for all licenses, permits, and inspection fees required by local agencies and/or other agencies having jurisdiction. Copies of all permits shall be delivered electronically to the Owner. C. Contractor agrees to furnish any additional labor or material required to comply with all local and other agencies having jurisdiction at no additional cost. D. Contractor shall obtain certificates of inspection and approval from all authorities having jurisdiction, and forward copies of same to Owner prior to request for Project acceptance inspections, final completion inspections, substantial completion inspections, and acceptance testing/demonstrations. E. All required permits and inspection certificates shall be made available at the completion of the telecommunications system installation and commissioning. F. Any portion of the telecommunications work which is not subject to the requirements of an electric code published by a specific AHJ shall be governed by the National Electrical Code and other applicable sections of the National Fire Code, as published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). G. Installation procedures, methods and conditions shall comply with the latest requirements of the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). H. All work shall comply with the TIA Standards listed in this document EXAMINATION A. General: Prior to submitting a proposal, Contractor shall examine site, review Project Drawings and specifications, and determine exact extent of work required. Contractor shall include in their proposals all materials, labor, and equipment required to complete required work indicated. Work that is necessary to obtain complete and usable Project as specified herein shall be included in Contractor s proposal, even if not indicated or specified. B. Bidders questions: Should bidders have questions as to intent of Drawings and specifications, quality of materials to be used, and work to be performed, questions shall be submitted in writing to the Owner in manner dictated by the Owner. All answers and clarifications to Drawings and specifications will be issued in writing. C. Extra payment will not be allowed for claims for due to unfamiliarity with work to be performed by other trades, existing conditions at job site, local or state laws and codes, and alterations due to field conditions ADDITIONAL COSTS A. General: Project acceptance inspections, final completion inspections, substantial completion inspections, and acceptance testing/demonstrations shall be conducted after verification of system operation and completeness by Contractor

14 PART 2 SECTION COMMUNICATIONS B. Inspections and testing: For Project acceptance inspections, final completion inspections, substantial completion inspections, and/or testing/demonstrations that require more than one site visit by Owner to verify Project compliance for same material or equipment, Owner reserves right to obtain compensation from Contractor to defray cost of additional site visits that result from Project construction or testing deficiencies/incompleteness, incorrect information, or non-compliance with Project provisions. Owner will notify Contractor of hourly rates and travel expenses for additional site visits, and will issue an invoice to Contractor for additional site visits. Payment of additional site visit costs by Contractor is required within 30 days of invoicing. Owner reserves right to deduct additional costs defined herein that are indicated on past due invoices from Project amount due Contractor. C. Exclusions: Contractor shall not be eligible for extensions of Project schedule or additional charges resulting from additional site visits that result from Project construction or testing deficiencies/incompleteness, incorrect information, or non-compliance with Project provisions. PRODUCTS 2.01 GENERAL PART 3 A. B. C. Materials and equipment furnished shall be of current production by manufacturers regularly engaged in the manufacture of such items, for which replacement parts are available. When more than one unit of the same class of equipment or material is required, such units shall be the products of a single manufacturer and part number. All products and materials shall be new and unused prior to their installation as part of this project. Refurbished items are not allowed. EXECUTION 3.01 GENERAL A. Coordinate with all other trades prior to installation. 1. Telecommunications Subcontractor shall meet with Owners prior to construction to identify pathway and infrastructure space requirements. a. At a minimum, the following items shall be discussed: 1) Placement for sleeving and wall penetrations. 2) Placement of WAPs to accommodate building anomalies. b. Failure to coordinate sufficient space for telecommunications infrastructure shall result in relocation of various systems by the contractor at no additional cost to owner. 2. Prior to the start of work, the Telecommunications Subcontractor shall carefully inspect the site and verify that Division 27 work may properly commence. Start of work indicates acceptance of conditions. 3. Coordinate location of equipment and conduit with other trades to minimize interference. a. Holes through concrete and masonry structures shall be cut with a diamond core drill or concrete saw upon approval of the structural engineer of record for the base building. b. Pneumatic hammer, impact electric, hand or manual hammer type drills shall not be allowed, except where permitted by the Owner as required by limited working space. c. Holes shall be located so as not to affect structural sections such as ribs or beams. d. Holes shall be laid out in advance. The Owner shall be advised prior to drilling through structural sections, for determination of proper layout

15 SECTION COMMUNICATIONS B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. e. Structural Penetrations: Where conduits, wireways and other raceways pass through fire partitions, fire walls or walls and floors, provide an effective barrier against the spread of fire, smoke and gases. Follow all manufacturers instructions and install equipment in accordance with applicable codes and regulations, the original design and the referenced standards. 1. In the event of discrepancy, immediately notify the Owner through the proper channels. Do not proceed with installation until unsatisfactory conditions and discrepancies have been fully resolved. Protection of Systems and Equipment. 1. Protect materials and equipment from damage during storage at the site and throughout the construction period. Equipment and materials shall be protected during shipment and storage against physical damage, dirt, theft, moisture, extreme temperature and rain. 2. Damage from rain, dirt, sun and ground water shall be prevented by storing the equipment on elevated supports and covering them on sides with securely fastened protective rigid or flexible waterproof coverings. 3. During installation, equipment shall be protected against entry of foreign matter on the inside and be vacuum-cleaned both inside (as appropriate) and outside before testing, operating or painting. As determined by the Owner, damaged equipment shall be fully repaired or shall be removed and replaced with new equipment to fully comply with requirements of the Contract Documents. Decision of the Owner shall be final. Painted surfaces shall be protected with removable heavy kraft paper, sheet vinyl or equal, installed at the factory and removed prior to final inspection. Damaged paint on equipment and materials shall be repainted with painting equipment and finished with same quality of paint and workmanship as used by manufacturer. Access to Equipment 1. Equipment shall be installed as per the scaled detail on the Power & Signal Drawings. 2. Working spaces shall be not less than specified in the National Electrical Code for voltages specified. 3. Where the Owner determines that the Telecommunications Subcontractor has installed equipment not conveniently accessible for operation and maintenance, equipment shall be removed and reinstalled, one time only, as directed by the Owner, at no additional cost to the Owner. Cleaning 1. During construction, and prior to Owner acceptance of the building, remove from the premises and dispose of packing material and debris caused by communications work. 2. Remove dust and debris from interiors and exteriors of telecommunications equipment (including electrical rough-in). Clean accessible current carrying elements prior to being energized. Completion 1. General: a. Upon completion of the work, remove excess debris, materials, equipment, apparatus, tools and similar items. Leave the premises clean, neat and orderly. 2. Results Expected: a. Systems shall be complete and operational. b. Cleaning work shall be complete

16 3. Testing and Verification General Requirements. SECTION COMMUNICATIONS a. Refer to individual sections for additional testing and verification requirements. b. The Telecommunications Subcontractor shall verify that requirements of this specification are met. Verification shall be through a combination of analyses, inspections, demonstrations and tests, as described below. c. Verification by Inspection: Verification by inspection includes examination of items and comparison of pertinent characteristics against the qualitative or quantitative standard set forth in the specifications. d. Verification by Test and Demonstration: The Telecommunications Subcontractor shall verify by formal demonstrations or tests that the requirements of this Specification have been met. The Communications Subcontractor shall demonstrate that the communications systems components and subsystems meet specification requirements in the "asinstalled" operating environment during the "System Operation Test". e. Perform system operation tests after full enclosure of walls. f. System Operation Tests Conducted Upon Completion of Work: Upon completion of the Telecommunications Subcontractor's Work, subject the system to functional and operational tests. When required corrections determined by initial test results have been completed, fully retest the system. The Owner shall be notified in writing not less than seven days in advance of date of proposed final testing and inspection. The advance notice shall include certification that the installation is complete and operable and that the Telecommunications Subcontractor has satisfactorily performed the final tests specified herein. g. The acceptance testing and final inspection shall be accomplished in the presence of the Owner. At least 10 days prior to scheduled system completion, the Telecommunications Subcontractor shall submit, for approval by Owner, a test plan to completely test the telecommunications system. The Telecommunications Subcontractor shall include in test plan, for acceptance by the Owner, a complete and detailed final acceptance test check-off list ("punch list"). The list shall be a complete representation of specified functions and conditions. 4. Commissioning a. There shall be three phases of commissioning: 1) Rough-in inspection. 2) Above-ceiling inspection (after cables are placed). 3) Final inspection. b. At a minimum, the Owner shall check the following items: 1) Accurate location and height above finished floor for all outlet boxes. 2) Accurate dimensions (particularly depth) of all outlet boxes and diameter of in-wall conduit serving outlet boxes. 3) Cable tray size, location, and clearance. 4) Location and size of all other communications conduits or pathways. 5) That power receptacles within the communications rooms meet the design requirements

17 SECTION COMMUNICATIONS 6) The Owner is then to issue a written report to the Contractor identifying all items which currently do not meet the construction document requirements. This report is to be forwarded to the appropriate subcontractor(s) and all items are to be addressed. 7) This report is not necessarily all inclusive; should issues be discovered later in the project, the appropriate communications subcontractor is still responsible for corrections/repairs. c. Once all communication cabling has been installed and properly supported and walls have been painted, but prior to the installation of ceiling tiles/material, the Owner shall schedule a time to be on-site to conduct above-ceiling inspection. At a minimum, the Owner shall check the following items: 1) That all items from the previous inspection have been corrected. 2) That communications cabling is routed correctly and adequately supported. 3) That communications cabling is not painted or over sprayed. 4) That the installed communications cabling matches what was specified / submitted. 5) That there are no kinks, splices, or other damage to the installed communications cabling. d. The Owner is then to issue a written report to the Contractor identifying all items which currently do not meet the construction document requirements. This report is not necessarily all inclusive; should issues be discovered later in the project, the appropriate communications subcontractor is still responsible for corrections/repairs. e. Once all communications work has been completed, contractor shall request final inspection. This request shall be made 3 weeks before substantial completion. The Owner shall then schedule a time to be onsite to conduct this inspection. At a minimum, the Owner shall check the following items: 1) That all items from the previous inspections are corrected. 2) That all faceplates are installed, with the correct modules, quantity of modules, and approved labeling scheme. 3) That all equipment and cabling within communications rooms is installed per the contract documents, including all patch panels and wall blocks (with specified spare capacity), horizontal and backbone cabling labeling, and telecommunications grounding. 4) And all other items necessary to guarantee contract documents are met and complete and functioning communications systems are installed. f. The Owner is then to issue a written report to the Contractor identifying all items which currently do not meet the construction document requirements. This report is to be forwarded to the appropriate subcontractor(s) and all items are to be addressed prior to substantial completion. This report is not necessarily all-inclusive; should issues be discovered within one year after substantial completion, the appropriate communications subcontractor is still responsible for corrections/repairs. END OF SECTION

18 SECTION COMMON WORK FOR COMMUNICATIONS SECTION COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR COMMUNICATIONS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SUMMARY A. Drawings and general provision of the Contract, including General and other Conditions and other General Requirements sections, apply to the work specified in this section SECTION INCLUDES A. Summary B. General Requirements C. Environmental Considerations D. Site Specific Requirements 1.03 PROJECT SUBMITTAL COMPLIANCE A. Owner shall be responsible for receiving and compiling all submittal information. As such, all such, the following items pertaining to Division 27 shall conform to the requirements set forth in Section , specifically: 1. Substitutions 2. Submittals 1.04 RELATED SECTIONS 3. Operations and Maintenance Data 4. Project Record Drawings A. Section Communications B. Section Communications Services C. Section Grounding and Bonding for Communications Systems D. Section Pathways for Communications Systems E. Section Hangers and Supports for Communications Systems F. Section Conduits and Backboxes for Communications Systems G. Section Surface Raceways for Communications Systems H. Section Identification for Communication Systems I. Section Commissioning of Communications J. Section Communications Equipment Room Fittings K. Section Communications Cabinets, Racks, Frames and Enclosures L. Section Communications Cable Management and Ladder Rack M. Section Communications Copper Backbone Cabling N. Section Communications Copper Horizontal Cabling O. Section Communications Faceplates and Connectors P. Section Communications Patch and Station Cords

19 1.05 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS SECTION COMMON WORK FOR COMMUNICATIONS A. Hillsboro School District is a tobacco free environment. Tobacco in any form whatsoever is not permitted in this school or on the property owned by the District. B. Hillsboro School District is providing new telecommunications cable and infrastructure to support District-wide deployment of wireless communications. This contract will be responsible for all aspects of telecommunications cabling and supporting infrastructure required for functional systems, specifically: 1. Pathways as per Section and as called out on Drawings. 2. All components as called out in site narrative(s) or as noted on T series Drawings 3. Installation of horizontal cabling system and related components as per Sections and Testing of fiber and copper cabling systems in accordance with ANSI/TIA-568 and as outlined in Section Creation of as-built documentation, both electronically and printed, as specified in these documents. C. All work outlined in these documents and on the accompanying Drawings must be prior to the substantial completion date called out in this bid package, specifically: 1. All construction in telecommunications spaces, i.e., MDF/IDF and mounting of telecommunications cabinets. 2. All raceway (including requisite surface mounted raceway), conduits, and junction boxes required for telecommunications pathways. 3. Installation and testing of all telecommunications cabling to allow District to install active electronics and bring complete systems live. 4. Test results and as-build documentation as per Section OR APPROVED EQUAL" CLAUSE A. In order to establish a basis of quality, certain processes, types of equipment, or kinds of materials may be specified, either by description of process or by designating a manufacturer by name and referring to his brand or product designation, or by specifying a kind of material. It is not the intent of these specifications to exclude other processes, equipment, or materials of equal value, utility or merit. B. Whenever a process is designated or a manufacturer's name, brand, or product is described, it shall be understood that the words, "or approved equal" follow such name, designation, or description, whether in fact they do so or not. C. If a Bidder proposes to furnish an item, process or material which it claims to be of equal utility to the one designated, then: 1. Bidder shall deliver a substitution request to: Darren Herrick ddh@nispdx.com, at least seven (7) business days prior to the Bid due date and time, accompanied by a written statement describing it together with supporting data and details sufficient to permit Owner to evaluate the same. 2. Owner may require demonstration, additional tests, and additional data, all to be supplied at the expense of the Bidder. 3. Owner shall in its sole discretion determine if an item submitted as an alternate or approved equal is equal or equivalent. 4. Owner shall issue an addendum at least five (5) business days prior to the Bid due date and time for approved equal determinations